Thomas Insel
Thomas Insel is a prominent neuroscientist and former director of the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), recognized for advocating the view that mental illnesses are brain disorders, although he later acknowledged the limitations of this approach.
Born on Apr 19, 1953 (72 years old)
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Norway:
Thomas Insel stated that after years of focus on biological aspects, there was no significant progress in reducing suicide or improving recovery for those with mental illness.
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Switzerland:
Thomas Insel, the former director of the National Institute of Mental Health, stated that mental diseases are brain disorders.
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